HDF - 1 Year Later
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HDF – 1 year observations
Since joining the forum about a year ago, I’ve learned quite a few things. Many of which, I hadn’t even the remotest clue prior to my association with HDF. Here are some of the things I’ve taken from the site as a result of my tenure thus far:
a) That some folks have far too much time on their hands.
b) That some folks really give a sshit about what others wear.
c) That some folks out there really do know their stuff as it relates to motorcycles and the mechanics and operations therein.
d) That exhibitionism is alive and well.
e) That ‘Google’ and ‘Search’ are not necessarily everyone’s friend.
f) That some folks actually come across as being intimidated by the amount of money one makes, has made, or plans to make.
g) That some folks actually take issue with whether or not someone likes to clean and polish their bike on a regular basis.
h) That there are some seriously kind-hearted and intelligent minded people on the boards.
i) That HD dealerships are regarded by many as ‘evil’ bastions of corporate devildome hell-bent on extorting monies from its customer base at every turn. While in the same breath, many are rolling down the road on a $25,000.00+ HD branded motorcycle. How many t-shirts would it take to get up to that amount?
j) That many of those same people mentioned in item (i) still purchase HD goods and acquire HD services in spite of said exclamations toward their dealership.
k) That ‘RUB’, ‘Poser’, ‘Cage’, and ‘Stealership’ are perhaps some of the dumbest, most juvenile, and arguably moronic words I’ve seen alleged adults utilize in a very long time.
l) That HDF moderators and administrators do an exceptionally good job more often than not.
m) That the PGR’s do an enormously admirable service and are to be respected.
n) That people actually give a damn (to the point of being upset) whether one wears chaps, fingerless gloves, waves or doesn’t wave, wears a helmet, etc.
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Since joining the forum about a year ago, I’ve learned quite a few things. Many of which, I hadn’t even the remotest clue prior to my association with HDF. Here are some of the things I’ve taken from the site as a result of my tenure thus far:
a) That some folks have far too much time on their hands.
b) That some folks really give a sshit about what others wear.
c) That some folks out there really do know their stuff as it relates to motorcycles and the mechanics and operations therein.
d) That exhibitionism is alive and well.
e) That ‘Google’ and ‘Search’ are not necessarily everyone’s friend.
f) That some folks actually come across as being intimidated by the amount of money one makes, has made, or plans to make.
g) That some folks actually take issue with whether or not someone likes to clean and polish their bike on a regular basis.
h) That there are some seriously kind-hearted and intelligent minded people on the boards.
i) That HD dealerships are regarded by many as ‘evil’ bastions of corporate devildome hell-bent on extorting monies from its customer base at every turn. While in the same breath, many are rolling down the road on a $25,000.00+ HD branded motorcycle. How many t-shirts would it take to get up to that amount?
j) That many of those same people mentioned in item (i) still purchase HD goods and acquire HD services in spite of said exclamations toward their dealership.
k) That ‘RUB’, ‘Poser’, ‘Cage’, and ‘Stealership’ are perhaps some of the dumbest, most juvenile, and arguably moronic words I’ve seen alleged adults utilize in a very long time.
l) That HDF moderators and administrators do an exceptionally good job more often than not.
m) That the PGR’s do an enormously admirable service and are to be respected.
n) That people actually give a damn (to the point of being upset) whether one wears chaps, fingerless gloves, waves or doesn’t wave, wears a helmet, etc.
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Tourer
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RE: HDF - 1 Year Later
Tx:
Well said!
You used my slogan for this year -- "It's going to be Great in '08"
I just wish I could trademark it and get a dollar for each time it is used.
Like you I have learned alot and am looking forward to a great new year.
Ride safe and keep the shiney side up.
mjh
Well said!
You used my slogan for this year -- "It's going to be Great in '08"
I just wish I could trademark it and get a dollar for each time it is used.
Like you I have learned alot and am looking forward to a great new year.
Ride safe and keep the shiney side up.
mjh
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Wow! I thought I was reviewing some legal papers at work and I was going to miss something. 
But you missed the best one. Where people profess freedom as part of the Harley culture, but proceed to tell anyone they disagree with that they're a moron or to STFU.[8D]
Maybe you covered it on page 11 and I missed it. I'm having my lawyer review it now.
But you missed the best one. Where people profess freedom as part of the Harley culture, but proceed to tell anyone they disagree with that they're a moron or to STFU.
[8D]Maybe you covered it on page 11 and I missed it. I'm having my lawyer review it now.
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ORIGINAL: petemac
Wow! I thought I was reviewing some legal papers at work and I was going to miss something.
But you missed the best one. Where people profess freedom as part of the Harley culture, but proceed to tell anyone they disagree with that they're a moron or to STFU.[8D]
Maybe you covered it on page 11 and I missed it. I'm having my lawyer review it now.
Wow! I thought I was reviewing some legal papers at work and I was going to miss something.
But you missed the best one. Where people profess freedom as part of the Harley culture, but proceed to tell anyone they disagree with that they're a moron or to STFU.
[8D]Maybe you covered it on page 11 and I missed it. I'm having my lawyer review it now.
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RE: HDF - 1 Year Later
Irecently found this site afterthe purchase of my Ultra, and I think it is a great place where the old pros freely share information with the newbee's and vice versa. I disagree with some stuff, will never understand anyone paying real money for fingerless gloves (I grew up having to wear gloves which had the fingers wore thruway too long), and can't understandhow the MoCo ever came up with the "copper top battery" paint combination for a supposedly "special" bike,, But, what the heck, Opinions are like a-s holes, we all have one---right? Doesn't make us one though.
Thanks to everyone for posting within this site and I have spent way too much time here, but, I love it! I suppose I ought to donate $ to keep it going.
Thanks to everyone for posting within this site and I have spent way too much time here, but, I love it! I suppose I ought to donate $ to keep it going.
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Road Warrior
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RE: HDF - 1 Year Later
Excellent post TXHG.
... and you don't have to read too long to find examples of your observations
In reference to "H" How's your budy doing with his new ride?
Happy New Year
... and you don't have to read too long to find examples of your observations
In reference to "H" How's your budy doing with his new ride?
Happy New Year
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In reference to "H" How's your budy doing with his new ride?
Happy New Year
In reference to "H" How's your budy doing with his new ride?
Happy New Year